Andrea
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185 - Detaching With Love: A Mother’s Journey Through Addiction & Grief w/ Patsy Creedy
185 - Detaching With Love: A Mother’s Journey Through Addiction & Grief w/ Patsy Creedy
185 - Detaching With Love: A Mother’s Journey Through Addiction & Grief w/ Patsy Creedy
Wednesday 30th October 2024
Patsy Creedy shares her journey through her son's addiction and grief in this touching episode of Adult Child. A raw exploration of love and loss.
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59 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Patsy Creedy shares her personal journey through her son's addiction and subsequent death.
- The importance of setting boundaries when dealing with loved ones in active addiction.
- How unresolved trauma can impact family dynamics and individual healing.
- The concept of 'detaching with love' as a survival strategy.
- The role of support systems in coping with grief and loss.
Love alone couldn't stop the devastation of addiction that exploded our fragile family
In this heart-wrenching episode of Adult Child, Andrea sits down with Patsy Creedy, the author of 'Boy, Man, Bird: Anatomy of Addiction'. Patsy shares her deeply moving story of losing her son to a drug overdose and the journey through addiction and grief that followed. This episode is a raw and honest exploration of a mother's pain, the complexities of addiction, and the struggle to find a new normal after such a devastating loss.
Patsy talks about her family's struggles post-divorce, the impact of addiction on their fragile dynamics, and the heartbreaking reality that love alone couldn't prevent the destruction caused by addiction. She also delves into the concept of 'detaching with love', a crucial survival strategy for many dealing with loved ones in active addiction. Patsy's story is not just one of sorrow but also of resilience and the possibility of reconfiguration even after immense loss.
Her reflections on setting boundaries, dealing with unresolved trauma, and the importance of support systems provide valuable insights for anyone affected by addiction. Patsy's candid conversation with Andrea is a testament to the power of sharing one's story to help others heal. If you're looking for an episode that combines deep emotional honesty with practical advice on dealing with addiction and grief, this is one you won't want to miss.